{"product_id":"portwest-fp42-6m-retractable-fall-arrest-block","title":"Portwest FP42 6m Retractable Fall Arrest Block","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Portwest FP42 6m Retractable Fall Arrest Block comprises a retractable wire rope lifeline stored on a spring-loaded reel within a protective housing. An inertia brake mechanism allows the lifeline to extract and retract smoothly to accommodate the user's body movements, and it includes a swivel snap hook with a double safety lock and fall indicator. It's available in Black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"margin:28px 0; border:none; border-top:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight:700; font-size:1.3em; margin:0 0 20px 0;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight:700; margin:0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eWhat certifications does the FP42 carry?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eThe FP42 is independently certified (SATRA Technology Europe Ltd, cert 2777\/11880-03\/E01-01) to EN 360:2002 for retractable type fall arresters and EN 362:2004 Type A for connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight:700; margin:0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eWhat is the FP42 used for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eIt's a fall arrest device for work at height, designed to stop a fall almost immediately using an inertia brake within the reel housing, giving a shorter 6m working range than the FP41.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight:700; margin:0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eWhat is the maximum user weight for the FP42?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eOur data doesn't specify a maximum user weight for the FP42. Always check the rating printed on the unit or in the manufacturer's instructions before use, and never exceed it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight:700; margin:0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eDoes the FP42 need to be used with a harness?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eYes. The swivel snap hook on the FP42 is designed to connect to the dorsal (back) D-ring of a full body harness certified to EN 361, it isn't a standalone fall protection system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight:700; margin:0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eDo I need training to use the FP42?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eYes. Anyone using fall arrest equipment for work at height should be trained and assessed as competent under the Work at Height Regulations, and should understand rescue procedures in case of a fall arrest event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight:700; margin:0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eHow is the FP42 inspected and maintained?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eFall arrest blocks should be visually checked before every use for damage to the housing, lifeline, hook and fall indicator, and should undergo a formal periodic inspection by a competent person at least annually, or sooner if the manufacturer specifies. A block that has arrested a fall must be taken out of service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Portwest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56825456066946,"sku":"FP42BKR","price":216.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/7205\/5848\/files\/FP42BKR.jpg?v=1786019673","url":"https:\/\/nixonsafety.co.uk\/products\/portwest-fp42-6m-retractable-fall-arrest-block","provider":"Nixon Safety","version":"1.0","type":"link"}